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Norfolk weather in May (Virginia, United States of America)

Will it be warm or cold in Norfolk this May? This guide provides the necessary weather information for your travel plans.

Temperatures

May in Norfolk generally includes high temperatures and high rainfall. During the day, temperatures usually reach up to 26°C. At night, they tend to fall to approximately 15°C.

Precipitation

Norfolk in May usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 109 mm for the month. You can typically expect 12 days days of rain this month, based on climate records.

Average sunshine

With approximately 276 hours hours of sun, the days are filled with brightness. It makes it a perfect month for outdoor activities.

If your ideal day consists of dry skies and moderate temperatures April generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Norfolk climate page with graphs.

 

Norfolk, monthly averages in May

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 15°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 26°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 39%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 109 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 12 days  
HumidityHumidity 67% *  
SunshineSunshine 276 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 62% *  
Data from: Hampton, the United States of America (20 KM, 13 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in May

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

It's going to be warm! Consider airy clothing, t-shirts, and other summer clothes. Shorts for men made of cotton or linen are good options for staying cool. However, there's a good chance of rain, so bring a raincoat just in case.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
9/10
Cycling
7/10
Walking
7/10
Camping
6/10
Outdoor sports
7/10

Interested in more climate information?

This site provides you with all the information you need about the climate in Norfolk.

Our site offers climate and forecast data for every country in the world. Are you going to the United States of America? On this website you can find historical weather averages for many cities in the United States of America. Not sure yet where to go? We now have a tool which recommends destinations that suit your ideal travel conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.